Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist

George Fox University•Newberg, OR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

George Fox University's Finance Department is seeking a detail oriented team player to serve as the Accounts Payable Specialist. As a George Fox employee, the Accounts Payable Specialist will truly Be Known while having the opportunity to be a part of an outstanding team that plays an essential role in keeping our community running smoothly. About the Job: The Accounts Payable Specialist position is a great opportunity to grow accounting skills while helping to streamline the accounts payable process here at George Fox. As part of this position, the Accounts Payable Specialist will focus on data entry, vendor statement reconciliations and completion of weekly check and ACH payment batches. The Specialist will also welcome visitors into the Finance department A day in the life of this position: The Accounts Payable specialist completes a variety of daily tasks relating to the entry and reconciliation of weekly check and/or ACH runs. They may receive questions from both internal and external sources to be researched and answered. Weekly and monthly tasks include recording wires and transfer activity, reconciling vendor accounts and completing research and/or analysis as requested by the Accounts Payable Supervisor.

Requirements

A High School Diploma and/or 0-3 years of related experience.
Experience with Excel and are detail oriented & accurate.
An aptitude for general office work.
Good teamwork skills, initiative and are dependable.
Integrity & discretion in handling confidential information.
The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.
Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity .
A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Nice To Haves

Any additional education in accounting or a related field.
Experience with PeopleSoft.
Good working knowledge of batch processing ERP software.
Prior office experience - general, accounts receivable or accounts payable.

Responsibilities

Processing invoices, check requests, expense reports, and completed purchase orders for payment by check or ACH (50%).
Recording and reconciling vendor statements as well as transactions from Concur expense reporting and VISA credit cards (15%).
Providing support for AP Supervisor which may include research and analysis of vendor accounts (15%)
Generating Student Refund checks for Financial Aid (10%).
Cross training to support other areas in the Finance department (10%).
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
Free Fitness Center membership.
Free parking.
Rich employee benefit package for eligible positions.
Flexible work arrangements available (For employees approved to work remotely outside of Oregon and Washington, employment will be facilitated through our employer of record partner whose benefits package and eligibility requirements differ from that of George Fox University).